Suit, Anti-Exposure, CWU-16/P (Quick Don) |
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Overview
The CWU-16/P anti-exposure coverall has been designed for quick donning by crew members of heavy bombers and cargo aircraft (aircraft with non-ejectable seats) prior to emergency ditching of such aircraft at sea. MIL-C-38488
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Description
The CWU-16/P anti-exposure coverall has been designed for quick donning by crew members of heavy bombers and cargo aircraft (aircraft with non-ejectable seats) prior to emergency ditching of such aircraft at sea. The coverall will protect the crew wearer from exposure while in the water and from exposure to wind, spray, and rain when adrift on a life raft.
The CWU-16/P coverall is a one size garment fabricated from the chloroprene - coated nylon cloth. The coverall has two expandable type patch pockets, an adjustable waist belt, and attached boots with adjustable ankle straps. One pair of insulated, adjustable wrist strap gloves, each with a tie cord for attaching to the pockets in provided. Neck and wrist seals are installed on the garment to prevent entrance of water. An inflatable hood is provided with a tie cord for attaching to the right hand pocket. A carrying case with instruction label and a snap fastener closure is furnished with each coverall for stowing the coverall assembly. The coverall, when utilized, will be donned over regular flight clothing. The coverall is of sufficient fullness so that it can be worn over the usual flight gear. MIL-C-38488 Standard Color: Sage Green. The coverall is a one size fits all. | ||||||||||||||




